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Take-Two Seeks GTA 6 Leaker Data via DMCA Subpoenas

8/22/2026

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Summary

Take-Two Subpoenas Leak

Take-Two Interactive filed DMCA subpoenas in New York federal court to identify the GTA 6 leaker.
The subpoenas, filed on August 20, 2026, target Microsoft and Discord for user data.
Microsoft and Discord must comply by September 4, 2026 or face court enforcement.
Leaked material includes six clips and a Vice City map showing a playable build.
Australian YouTuber Matthew “Matt” Judge (DarkViperAU) denied any link to the leaks.

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History

Historical Context

In 2006 the Federal Trade Commission fined Take-Two Interactive after the ESRB—founded in 1994 and having reviewed more than 12,000 games by then—re-rated Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas to Adults Only because of the hidden “Hot Coffee” mod. That enforcement episode established a pattern of Take-Two’s legal battles over unauthorized content, a stance it repeats today amid digital-distribution disputes involving firms such as Microsoft.

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Take-Two Subpoenas Leak

Take-Two Interactive filed DMCA subpoenas in New York federal court to identify the GTA 6 leaker.
The subpoenas, filed on August 20, 2026, target Microsoft and Discord for user data.
Microsoft and Discord must comply by September 4, 2026 or face court enforcement.
Leaked material includes six clips and a Vice City map showing a playable build.
Australian YouTuber Matthew “Matt” Judge (DarkViperAU) denied any link to the leaks.

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